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BV02 WXB

2002 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,298 mi
Last recorded40,298 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 WXB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2013 40,298 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 37,749 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 35,865 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear and nearside front springs slightly corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2010 33,772 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 33,772 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 31,886 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 29,712 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 27,565 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 25,151 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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BV02 WXB is a 2002 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 78,545 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV02 WXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV02 WXB registered?

BV02 WXB is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 March 2002.

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The MOT history for BV02 WXB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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